Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Programme Degree Apprenticeship – Manufacturing Pathway

Manufacturing is at the very heart of JLR, with thousands of vehicles being produced every day across our production facilities. With a blend of hands-on experience and qualifications you will work on projects that are fundamental to our global success, providing the opportunity to influence the future of manufacturing. Throughout your apprenticeship you could be based in our plant teams within technologies such as MP&L, Press, Body in White, Paint, or Trim and Final or you could join our Global Manufacturing (GME) Department.

 

Halewood

 

This is an exciting time to join Halewood, as we develop the new generation of electric vehicles, which will be delivered in 2026. This landmark launch will bring together diverse technologies to realise our innovative Electrical Modular Architecture (EMA) platform – and you will play your part in making it happen, delivering our new Modern Luxury vehicles. Halewood is home to the iconic Range Rover Evoque and Discovery Sport and is central to our manufacturing operations. Whether you focus on MP&L, Press, Body in White, Paint or Trim and Final, you will experience the end-to-end production of our vehicles.

 

Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME)

Our Global Manufacturing Engineering team operates on Future Vehicle Programmes across our global Manufacturing & Product Design locations. Join us and you will be responsible for the design, installation and commissioning of manufacturing facilities and processes, to build the modern luxury vehicles of the future. You will be working with stakeholders across our enterprise including Design, Product Engineering, Procurement, Part & Facility Suppliers, and Manufacturing Operations to deliver new products into a complex manufacturing infrastructure. GME is Seven Technologies that work hand in hand to deliver whole vehicle manufacturing solutions; Stamping, Body, Paint, Trim, Propulsion, Dimensional Systems, Logistics & Construction. If you join GME, you could get involved in activities such as working with digital toolsets and systems to leverage VR and digitalisation to bring products and processes to life, work alongside colleagues in the wider industrial operations chapter (procurement, supply chain & manufacturing) as well as interfacing with the product development teams ensuring the product is designed to meet bill of process standards and requirements and deliver enterprise KPI's on Quality, Cost & Time to Market. Apprentices will also get involved in assessing feasibility for joining and assembly technologies, ensuring we deliver a capable process into a production facility. If you enjoy problem solving and being at the heart of making things happen then our GME roles give you the opportunity to work throughout the end-to-end product lifecycle, with multiple stakeholders internally and externally, and managing large capital investment change into our plants. Quickly gaining real-world experience in process and industrial engineering, you will play a key role in transforming our brands and develop as a fully rounded automotive manufacturing engineer.

Training:

During your apprenticeship, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience and career-building skills while working at the forefront of the automotive industry. This exciting programme is designed to help you build practical skills, deepen your foundational knowledge, and develop essential business behaviours such as teamwork and

problem-solving. You’ll be supported by a JLR early careers cohort leader, the university team, and your line manager every step of the way.

 

You’ll achieve a BEng (Hons) in Applied Professional Engineering developed in conjunction with the University of Warwick. For more details on the degree course, please visit: https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/wmg/study/degree-apprenticeships/applied-professional-engineering

 

Please note during your apprenticeship you will be expected to attend a number of face-to-face block weeks in person at the University of Warwick based within the West Midlands. Please consider this on making your application.

Year 1 – 2

 

This programme is delivered through a combination of online study, face-to-face lectures, independent learning each week. This gives you the chance to apply your learning from University of Warwick to projects in a real-world environment. You’ll study a range of modules designed to build your essential knowledge, skills and behaviours, with regular process reviews along to way to ensure you’re getting the support you need from your tutors and line manager.

 

Years 3-4

 

In years 3 and 4 you will complete modules related to your chosen specialism –Product Design and Development. In your final year, you’ll complete a work-based project as part of your End Point Assessment (EPA). This is an opportunity for you to use the skills and experience you gained throughout your time on the programme and apply them directly to your role. And when you’ve successfully completed your EPA, you’ll achieve your Level 6 Apprenticeship and taking on new responsibilities and making a meaningful impact within the business.

Training Outcome:

Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you will move into a substantive position within the business.

Employer Description:
LIVE THE EXCEPTIONAL WITH SOUL We are the proud creators. The curious minds. Inspired to create unique vehicles, to realise our vision of modern luxury. We work as one. Shaping the future. Motivated by a love for our customer. United by a deep admiration for each other. Our sense of integrity and our spirit of excellent empowers us. Our ambition to grow. Our passion to chart new landscapes of innovation, encourages us to dream. It’s what drives us. To be visionaries. To be creators.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday. Working hours to be confirmed.

Skills:
Interest in Engineering